Idiom 31: Break the ice
Meaning: To initiate a conversation or social interaction to relieve tension Used in a sentence: “He told a funny joke to break the ice at the party.” Used in a conversational chunk: “When meeting new people, it’s good to break the ice with some small talk.”
Idiom 32: On cloud nine
Meaning: To be extremely happy and euphoric Used in a sentence: “After receiving the good news, she was on cloud nine.” Used in a conversational chunk: “Winning the competition put him on cloud nine for days.”
Idiom 33: Cut corners
Meaning: To take shortcuts or do something in a hasty or careless manner Used in a sentence: “Don’t cut corners when assembling the furniture; follow the instructions.” Used in a conversational chunk: “It’s better to do things properly than to cut corners and risk mistakes.”
Idiom 34: Apple of my eye
Meaning: Someone or something that is cherished above all others Used in a sentence: “His daughter is the apple of his eye; he loves her dearly.” Used in a conversational chunk: “My new puppy is the apple of my eye; I adore him!”
Idiom 35: Under the weather
Meaning: Feeling sick or unwell Used in a sentence: “I won’t be able to make it to work today; I’m feeling under the weather.” Used in a conversational chunk: “She canceled her plans because she’s been feeling under the weather.”
Idiom 36: A penny for your thoughts
Meaning: Asking someone what they are thinking or feeling Used in a sentence: “You seem lost in thought; a penny for your thoughts?” Used in a conversational chunk: “You look troubled. Can you share your thoughts? A penny for your thoughts.”
Idiom 37: Fish out of water
Meaning: Feeling uncomfortable or out of place in a particular situation Used in a sentence: “As a city person, he felt like a fish out of water in the countryside.” Used in a conversational chunk: “At the formal event, I felt like a fish out of water; everyone seemed so elegant.”
Idiom 38: Don’t cry over spilled milk Meaning: Don’t fret about things that have already happened and cannot be changed Used in a sentence: “I made a mistake, but there’s no point in crying over spilled milk.” Used in a conversational chunk: “You missed the opportunity, but don’t cry over spilled milk; focus on the next one.”
Idiom 39: Hit the sack Meaning: Go to bed or go to sleep Used in a sentence: “It’s late; I need to hit the sack.” Used in a conversational chunk: “I’m exhausted. I’m going to hit the sack early tonight.”
Idiom 40: All ears Meaning: Fully attentive and ready to listen Used in a sentence: “I’m all ears; tell me about your exciting vacation.” Used in a conversational chunk: “Whenever you’re ready to share your news, I’m all ears.”